BMW X6 M 2018 Owners Manual

service center or repair shop. Records of reguj
lar maintenance and repair work should be rej
tained.
Socket
for
OBD
Onboard
Diagnosis
Safety
information NOTE
The socket for Onboard Diagnosis is an
intricate component intended to be used in
conjunction with specialized equipment to check the vehicless primary emissions system.Improper use of the socket for Onboard Diagjnosis, or contact with the socket for Onboard
Diagnosis for other than its intended purpose,
can cause vehicle malfunctions and creates risks of personal and property damage. Given
the foregoing, the manufacture of your vehicle
strongly recommends that access to the socket for Onboard Diagnosis be limited to a
dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop or other persons
that have the specialized training and equipj
ment for purposes of properly utilizing the
socket for Onboard Diagnosis.'

Replacing
componentsVehicle
features
and
optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
Onboard
vehicle
tool
kit1.Fold up the cargo floor panel.2.Remove the onboard vehicle tool kit.Wiper
blade
replacementSafety
information NOTE
If the wiper arm falls onto the windshield
without the wiper blades installed, the windj shield can be damaged. There is a risk of propjerty damage. Secure the wiper arm when rejplacing the wiper blades and do not fold downthe wipers without the wiper blades installed.'

3.Fold open the holder.4.Slide wiper blade out of the wiper arm.5.Insert the new wiper blade and press it on
until it you hear it snap into the holder.6.Fold down the wipers.
BMW
X5
M:
rear
1.Fold up the wiper arm.2.Turn the wiper blade all the way back.3.Continue turning the wiper blade all the way so that it pops out of the holder.4.Press the new wiper blade into the holderuntil you hear it snap into place.5.Fold the wipers in.Light/bulb
replacement
General
information
Lights
and
bulbs
Lights and bulbs make an essential contribuj
tion to vehicle safety.
The vehicle manufacturer recommends that
you have the relevant work carried out a dealj erss service center or another qualified servicecenter or repair shop.
A spare light box is available from a dealerss
service center or another qualified service cenj
ter or repair shop.
Observe the safety information, refer to
page 233.
Light-emitting
diodes
(LEDs)
Some items of equipment use light-emitting
diodes installed behind a cover as a light source. These light-emitting diodes, which arerelated to conventional lasers, are officially
designated as Class 1 light-emitting diodes.
Observe the safety information, refer topage 233.
Safety
information
Lights
and
bulbs WARNING
Bulbs can get hot during operation. Conj
tact with the bulbs can cause burns. There is a
risk of injury. Only change bulbs after they
have cooled off.'

NOTE
Dirty bulbs have a reduced service life.
There is a risk of property damage. Do not hold
new bulbs with your bare hands. Use a clean
cloth or something similar, or hold the bulb by
its base.'

In the case of a malfunction, contact a dealerssservice center or another qualified service cenj
ter or repair shop.
LED
headlightsWith LED headlights, all front lights and sideindicators are designed with LED technology.
In the case of a malfunction, contact a dealerssservice center or another qualified service cenj
ter or repair shop.
Turn
signal Safety
information
Observe the safety information, refer to
page 233.
Replacement
21-watt bulb, PY 21W.1.Opening the hood, refer to page 2222.Unscrew the lid counterclockwise and rej
move it carefully.
The bulb is attached to the lid.3.Turn the bulb clockwise to remove it.4.Insert the new bulb and attach the cover in the reverse order.
Turn
signal
in
exterior
mirror
The turn signals in the exterior mirrors feature
LED technology. In the case of a malfunction, contact a dealerss service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
LED
front
fog
lights
These front fog lights are made using LED
technology. In the case of a malfunction, conj
tact a dealerss service center or another qualij fied service center or repair shop.
Tail
lights,
bulb
replacement
LED
tail
lights
These tail lights are made using LED technolj
ogy. In the case of a malfunction, contact a
dealerss service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Vehicle
battery
Maintenance
The battery is maintenance-free.
The added amount of acid is sufficient for the
service life of the battery.
More information about the battery can be rej quested from a dealerss service center or anjother qualified service center or repair shop.
Replacing
the
vehicle
battery
General
information The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends
that you have a dealerss service center or anj other qualified service center or repair shopregister the vehicle battery to the vehicle afterthe battery has been replaced. Once the batjtery has been registered again, all comfort feajtures will be available without restriction andany Check Control messages displayed which
relate to comfort features will disappear.
Safety
information NOTE
Vehicle batteries that are not compatible
can damage vehicle systems and impair vehij cle functions. There is a risk of personal and
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are compatible with your vehicle type should
be installed in your vehicle. Information on
compatible vehicle batteries is available at your
dealerss service center.'

In
the
cargo
area
Open the cover on the right side trim, arrow.The fuse box is located behind the sound insujlation.
Information on the fuse types and locations is
found on a separate sheet on the bottom of the
fuse box.
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Breakdown
assistanceVehicle
features
and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
Hazard
warning
flashers
The button is located in the center console.
The red light in the button flashes when the
hazard warning flashers are activated.
Intelligent
emergency
call
Concept
In case of an emergency, an Emergency Rej
quest can be made through the system.
General
information Only press the SOS button in an emergency.
For technical reasons, the Emergency Request cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable conj
ditions.
Overview
SOS button in the roofliner
Functional
requirements
'yThe SIM card integrated in the vehicle hasbeen activated.'yThe radio-ready state is switched on.'yThe Assist system is functional.
Initiating
an
Emergency
Request
automatically
Under certain conditions, for instance if the airj bags trigger, an Emergency Request is autoj
matically initiated immediately after an accij
dent of corresponding severity. Automatic
Collision Notification is not affected by pressj
ing the SOS button.
Initiating
an
Emergency
Request
manually
1.Press the cover briefly to open it.2.Press the SOS button until the LED at the button lights up green.'yThe LED is illuminated green when an
Emergency Request has been initiated.
If a cancel prompt appears on the Control
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If the situation allows, wait in your vehicle
until the voice connection has been estabj
lished.'yThe LED flashes green when a connection to the BMW Response Center has been
established.
The BMW Response Center then makes contact with you and takes further steps to
help you.
Even if you are unable to respond, the
BMW Response Center can take further
steps to help you under certain circumj
stances.
For this, data is transmitted to the BMW
Response Center which serves to deterj
mine the necessary rescue measures. E.g., the current position of the vehicle, if it canbe established.
Even if you can no longer hear the BMW Response Center through the loudspeakj
ers, the BMW Response Center may still
be able to hear you.
The BMW Response Center ends the Emerj
gency Request.
Roadside
Assistance
Service
availability
Roadside Assistance can be reached around
the clock in many countries. You can obtain asj sistance there in the event of a vehicle breakjdown.
Roadside
Assistance
The Roadside Assistance phone number can
be viewed via iDrive or a connection to Roadj
side Assistance can be established directly.
Warning
triangle1.Open the cover on the left side trim.2.Lift the warning triangle slightly and rej
move in the direction of the car's interior.
First-aid
kit
General
information
Some of the articles have a limited service life.
Check the expiration dates of the contentsregularly and replace any expired items
promptly.
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Storage
The first-aid kit is located behind the left-hand
cover in the cargo area.
To open, pull on the handle.
Jump-starting
General
information
If the battery is discharged, the engine can be
started using the battery of another vehicle and two jumper cables. Only use jumper caj
bles with fully insulated clamp handles.
Safety
information DANGER
Contact with live components can lead to
an electric shock. There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Do not touch any componentsthat are under voltage.'